TSA Security Inspector

Airport Security Hiring; Johnson City (TN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The Transportation Security Administration, part of the Department of Homeland Security, seeks Transportation Security Inspectors for Johnson City, TX. You will conduct inspections, security assessments, and regulatory-compliance reviews to protect transportation systems.

This full-time position offers a pay range of $26.00–$48.00 per hour, pay band SV-F, with responsibilities including inspections, reporting, and coordination with law-enforcement agencies. Applicants must be a U.S.

Qualifications

• Experience in regulatory inspections or security assessments.
• Knowledge of transportation-security laws and regulations.
• Ability to document inspection findings and prepare investigative reports.
• Willingness to travel and work nonstandard hours.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections, security assessments, and regulatory-compliance reviews
• Evaluate airport, airline, and air-cargo security programs and procedures
• Inspect security processes, records, systems, facilities, and equipment
• Identify vulnerabilities, compliance concerns, and departures from required standards
• Review documents and collect information related to inspections or investigations
• Prepare detailed reports that explain findings, supporting evidence, and required follow-up
• Recommend or initiate corrective and enforcement actions within assigned authority
• Respond to security incidents, suspected violations, and emerging transportation threats
• Participate in approved security tests, exercises, and vulnerability assessments
• Provide regulatory guidance to airport authorities, air carriers, cargo operators, and other stakeholders
• Coordinate with TSA personnel and federal, state, local, or airport law-enforcement agencies

Job description

Job Details

Location: Johnson City, TX

Employer: Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security

Pay: $26.00 - $48.00

Pay Band: SV-F

Appointment Type: Fulltime

Some inspector vacancies are open only to current TSA employees or applicants who qualify through a specific federal hiring path. Review the official announcement before applying to confirm your eligibility.

What You May Do

• Conduct inspections, security assessments, and regulatory-compliance reviews


• Evaluate airport, airline, and air-cargo security programs and procedures


• Inspect security processes, records, systems, facilities, and equipment


• Identify vulnerabilities, compliance concerns, and departures from required standards


• Review documents and collect information related to inspections or investigations


• Prepare detailed reports that explain findings, supporting evidence, and required follow-up


• Recommend or initiate corrective and enforcement actions within assigned authority


• Respond to security incidents, suspected violations, and emerging transportation threats


• Participate in approved security tests, exercises, and vulnerability assessments


• Provide regulatory guidance to airport authorities, air carriers, cargo operators, and other stakeholders


• Coordinate with TSA personnel and federal, state, local, or airport law-enforcement agencies

Experience Requirements

• Conducting regulatory inspections, compliance reviews, investigations, or security assessments


• Interpreting and applying transportation-security laws, regulations, policies, or procedures


• Evaluating security programs, operational controls, or corrective-action plans


• Identifying security vulnerabilities or violations of established standards


• Documenting inspection findings and preparing technical or investigative reports


• Communicating regulatory requirements to regulated organizations and industry stakeholders

Education Requirements

A particular degree may not be required unless the vacancy announcement specifically identifies an education requirement or permits education to substitute for part of the required experience. Applicants relying on education may need to provide transcripts from an accredited institution.

Conditions of Employment

• Must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. national


• Must successfully complete the required background investigation


• Must obtain and maintain the security clearance specified in the vacancy


• May be required to pass pre-employment and post-employment drug testing


• Must complete required Transportation Security Inspector and specialty-specific training


• May be required to possess and maintain a valid driver's license


• Must be available for required travel, including occasional overnight assignments


• May need to work changing or nonstandard hours during inspections, incidents, or emergency responses


• May be required to file a confidential financial disclosure report

Schedule and Work Environment

Transportation Security Inspectors divide their time between office-based review and field activity. Work may take place at airports, airline facilities, cargo operations, restricted areas, or other regulated transportation locations. The position may involve driving, walking through large facilities, standing during inspections, accessing controlled areas, and working around aircraft, vehicles, machinery, or active transportation operations. Travel and uncommon work hours may be required when responding to incidents or completing inspections outside normal operating periods.

Federal Benefits

Eligible employees may receive a federal benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, life, and long-term-care insurance; paid leave and federal holidays; a federal retirement program; participation in the Thrift Savings Plan; flexible spending accounts; and employee-assistance resources. Additional benefits may include tuition assistance, transportation subsidies, wellness programs, training, and professional-development opportunities. Eligibility depends on the appointment type, work schedule, and terms of the individual vacancy.